I can’t quit acting for love —Olaitan Olugbile

I am from Ife Odan in the Ejigbo Local Government Area of Osun State. I grew up in a lovely family with lots of memorable moments. My childhood was pretty interesting and I had a lot of fun.

Education

For my elementary education, I attended the Seventh Day Adventist School, Ile Ife, Osun State. I proceeded to Moremi High School, Ile Ife, also in Osun State. For my university education, I attended the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, where I studied Botany. My parents actually wanted me to study Medicine but I didn’t meet the cut-off mark for the course.

Personality

I would describe myself as a young, sweet and intelligent actress. I like to stay in my lane, and I don’t meddle in what does not concern me.

Acting

I have always had a flair for acting, even as a kid. Professionally though, I got into the movie industry through the Authentic School of Drama, owned by Muyiwa Ademola, in 2008. I was introduced to him by my uncle, Wale Dada. I never had any fears about joining the industry. I knew that I had something to offer, and that was what I set my mind to do. The first movie I acted in was Owo Okuta by Muyiwa Ademola. And the first movie I produced is Aremo Ite. To be honest, I learnt a lot about acting and the technical aspects of movie production at the Authentic School of Drama. It makes me a well-rounded dramatist. I can recall that the first time I was on a movie set, I was already familiar with many of things that I was required to do, so I didn’t have much problems blending in.

Parents’ reaction

My father didn’t support my acting career at the beginning. He didn’t know when I went on location to shoot the first movie that I appeared in. But after a while, when he saw that I was passionate and determined about it, he let me be. He only gave me fatherly advice, and I have been abiding by what he told me.

Olaitan Sugar

I actually got the name after I played the lead role in a movie, titled Sugar. Even after completing the movie, people continued calling me Sugar, and since it sounds good, I decided to stick to it.

Movies

I have lost count of the number of movies I have acted in. But some that I can readily recollect now include Mioba Torogun Waye, Sugar, Oko Nimofe, Aye, Onawura, Abogunloko, Laye Lorun, Oni Reason, Sekunola, Irawe, Aja, Eyinju Eledumare, Atijuwo, among others. However, I got my career breakthrough when I featured in two movies, Oko Nimofe and Sugar. Both of them were produced by Segun Alli. People loved those films and I gained more recognition. From there, other producers became interested in featuring me in their movies.

Productions

I have produced four movies in all. Two of them, Aremo Ite and Fimidara Ire, have been released, while the other two are still in the post-production stages. I always like to take my time before coming out with any movie because I want my works to be as good as possible. And I always ensure that there are important lessons for people to learn from them because it is not just about entertainment. Movies also have to educate people. Right now, I’m working on two movies, Ebunoluwa and Baba Iwa.

Role models

I admire a lot of people in and out of the movie industry. Some of them are Joke Silva, Muyiwa Ademola, Ayo Adesanya, Bimbo Oshin and others. However, I will like to act alongside people like Genevieve Nnaji, Funke Akindele, Rita Dominic, Ramsey Nouah and John Dumelo.

Romance

I really don’t like to talk about my personal life but I like a man who loves God, is caring and loving. I cannot quit acting for love because that is what I know how to do best. And someone who truly loves me wouldn’t put me in a position where I have to make such a choice.

Male fans

I have a lot of male fans and I try to relate well with all of them. It is very important to apply wisdom when dealing with fans because they will always come around and they’re the ones who make you successful anyway. For those who may have ulterior motives, they end up becoming my friends.

Fashion

I always love to appear clean and stylish. Most times, I dress according to the occasion and I don’t like to go overboard.

Relaxation

I have found a way to unwind even while doing my job. I also hang out with friends, listen to music and watch movies.

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